Parent and Family Background
The Book of Isaiah is the product of several different prophets who ministered during different periods of Israel’s history. In these verses, Isaiah tells the people of Israel that a new leader is coming. Isaiah shares a message of hope.
Isaiah 11:1-9
Isaiah told the people about a new leader that was coming.
The spirit of the Lord will rest upon him: a spirit of wisdom and understanding.
He will not judge by appearance or make decisions based on rumors.
He will bring justice to the poor, and bring fairness to all people.
He will scold the cruel, and punish the wicked.
He will work for equality. He will remain faithful.
When he comes, the wolf will be a guest of the lamb.
The leopard will rest with the young goat.
The calf and the young lion will graze together.
The cow and the bear will be neighbors.
The lion will eat hay like the ox.
The baby will play in the cobra’s den.
All creation will live in peace and harmony because the earth will be filled with knowledge of the Lord.
Connecting to Faith First - Legacy Edition
Grade 4, chapters 5 and 21
Grade 6, chapters 3 and 13
Junior High, Mystery of God, chapter 8
Junior High, Church and Sacraments, chapter 5
Connecting to Faith First®
Grade 4, chapter 5
Grade 6, chapter 3
Junior High, Creed and Prayer, chapters 2 and 8